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Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Birmingham News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Birmingham, Alabama—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Birmingham…
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Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Matthew McConaughey Covers Choosin' Texas | Birmingham News
Matthew McConaughey surprised fans on The Tonight Show with a bluegrass twist on Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas,” teaming up with Jimmy Fallon and The Last…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump Dollar Coin Drops for 250th Anniversary | Birmingham News
The U.S. Mint is launching a new dollar coin featuring Donald Trump’s portrait, set for release on September 2nd — part of a 2026 series celebrating America’s…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Steph Curry’s Pixel Watch 5 Drops Sept 3 | Birmingham News
Steph Curry just dropped his own Pixel Watch 5 — a 45mm LTE beast with a custom recycled-performance band, exclusive watch face, and all the latest Pixel Watch…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ninja SLUSHi MAX Slush Machine Deal | Birmingham News
Ninja’s SLUSHi MAX just dropped and it’s a frozen drink party in a machine—150-ounce capacity, RapidChill Pro tech for ice-free frosty drinks twice as fast…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama in the Heat Wave | Birmingham News
Alabama’s sweltering this week — triple-digit temps and humidity are turning the state into a heat dome, with most cities hitting 100°F and “feels like” temps…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Reset Routines for School Success | Birmingham News
Summer’s over and routines are chaos—no worries, reset your family’s habits for school with simple wins: prep meals & outfits overnight to slash morning…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham Heatwave Warning | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s bracing for a brutal heatwave this weekend, with heat index soaring to 110 degrees — even if temps stay in the upper 90s, it’ll feel like a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham’s Heart Beats for Good | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s heart is on full display with a lineup of high-impact fundraisers from August to October—fashion shows, chef dinners, and galas all rallying for…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama’s Storms and Scams | Birmingham News
Alabama’s been in the spotlight lately—not just for storms, but for scams too. Over the past few weeks, the state’s seen a whirlwind of headlines: nature’s…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Terrion Arnold’s NFL Future in Legal Storm | Birmingham News
Terrion Arnold, former Alabama star and 2024 first-round pick cut by the Lions, is in contract talks with the Seahawks amid a storm of legal trouble—facing…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Huntsville’s Big Bet on Eli Lilly | Birmingham News
Huntsville is gearing up to launch TIF D8, a new tax district covering 9,000 acres in Limestone County, designed to fund critical infrastructure for the $6…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Gadsden Alabama’s Hidden Charm | Birmingham News
Gadsden, Alabama, is stealing the spotlight—named one of the Southeast’s most beautiful small towns by World Atlas, thanks to its jaw-dropping Noccalula Falls…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grief, Grit, and the Path to Healing | Birmingham News
When grief hits harder than any weightlifting session, men often carry the burden alone—because society taught them to push through. This episode dives into…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!29 New Homes in Birmingham This Week | Birmingham News
Birmingham’s real estate scene just got a major boost with 29 brand-new homes hitting the market—spanning every budget from under $100K to over $939K. Whether…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Brasfield & Gorrie Expands in Birmingham | Birmingham News
Brasfield & Gorrie is pouring $65 million into a massive new 88,000-square-foot headquarters expansion in Birmingham’s Lakeview District — designed to train…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Crash on I-459 Near Vestavia | Birmingham News
A horrific crash on I-459 near Liberty Parkway in Vestavia Hills early this morning left at least one person dead after a vehicle flipped and burst into…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Black Bear Roams Jacksonville Streets | Birmingham News
A black bear’s unexpected stroll through Jacksonville has locals on alert—spotted near the Chief Ladiga Trail, it’s likely just passing through. Wildlife…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!DeBoer’s Vague Answers Leave Fans Guessing | Birmingham News
Kalen DeBoer’s latest presser is a masterclass in mystery, leaving Alabama fans guessing as he dodges key questions about the team’s status. Star running back…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Execution of Jeremy Williams for Kamarie's Murder | Birmingham News
In a chilling and swift justice moment, Jeremy Tremaine Williams was executed by lethal injection in Alabama after just under two years on death row — a speed…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Motherhood as Ultimate Fulfillment | Birmingham News
Motherhood is portrayed as the ultimate fulfillment and a profound gift, even amid immense personal sacrifice—like the lawyer who left her career after…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Professor’s Letter Sparks Free Speech Debate | Birmingham News
Troy University is facing backlash after disciplining a professor for sending a letter to state lawmakers about a flawed math initiative — a move FIRE calls a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!SPLC Accused of Fraudulent Fundraising | Birmingham News
FBI Director Kash Patel accuses the Southern Poverty Law Center of a brazen fraud scheme, alleging it funneled millions from donors to fund neo-Nazi informants…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham Police Release Hospital Shooting Footage | Birmingham News
Birmingham police are releasing body cam footage from a fatal shooting that erupted in a hospital parking deck after an officer pursued a suspect who allegedly…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Whitney Cheatham Faces Over 20 Charges | Birmingham News
Whitney Cheatham, former owner of Infusion Wellness Spa in Cullman, faces over 20 felony and misdemeanor charges including drug trafficking of oxycodone…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Security Board’s Strange Financial Moves | Birmingham News
Alabama lawmakers are sounding the alarm over the Security Regulatory Board’s tangled web of interagency deals and questionable financial practices, including…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Strand vs Plazz Battle for Left Guard | Birmingham News
Auburn’s offensive line is heating up with fierce competition, especially at guard, as new standout Jacob Strand emerges as the top contender for left guard…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!When Wedding Invites Go Awry | Birmingham News
A woman’s cousin accidentally sent her a wedding save-the-date addressed to “Ms. Jane Doe and Mr. John Doe”—a sibling duo, not a couple—raising eyebrows and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jennifer Esposito’s Celiac Battle | Birmingham News
Jennifer Esposito reveals the harrowing journey she endured before being diagnosed with celiac disease in 2011—years of unexplained physical collapse, panic…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!QB Battle Heats Up at Alabama | Birmingham News
Alabama’s QB battle rages on as Coach DeBoer remains undecided between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, both showing flashes but still needing time to prove…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sibling Care and Charity Overload | Birmingham News
A sibling wrestles with whether to intervene in her brother’s financial mismanagement after their mom’s death, torn between protecting him and risking further…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragedy at Hopkins Daycare | Birmingham News
A chilling tragedy unfolded in Hopkins, Minnesota, where a father allegedly murdered his wife and 7-year-old daughter before taking his own life — using a…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grief and Heartbreak Don't Wait | Birmingham News
Grief and heartbreak are throwing wrenches into family bonds and love lives—two brothers navigate loss and falling out, while a recent breakup sparks a risky…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Emergency Response in Avondale | Birmingham News
Breaking: Major emergency response unfolding in Avondale this morning near 41st St S & 2nd Ave S — multiple fire and rescue units, heavy police presence…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cullman Spa Owner Faces Trial | Birmingham News
Spa owner Whitney Cheatham in Cullman faces over two dozen serious charges, including drug trafficking, practicing medicine without a license, and forging…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama's Death Penalty Decision Process | Birmingham News
In Alabama, seeking the death penalty isn’t a gut call—it’s a legal process rooted in state law, evidence, and justice. Prosecutors must first meet probable…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tim McGraw Rocks Birmingham | Birmingham News
Tim McGraw electrified Birmingham’s Coca-Cola Amphitheater on his epic “Pawn Shop Guitar Tour,” delivering a non-stop set of classics with 49 Winchester…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Birmingham Orthodontics Gives Kids Oral Hygiene Kits | Birmingham News
Birmingham Orthodontics is dropping over 7,000 free oral hygiene kits across the city—packed with toothbrushes, fluoride toothpaste, floss, and even a pencil…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Le Creuset’s Pumpkin Bowl Drops Early | Birmingham News
Le Creuset’s Harvest Collection drops early this year with a jaw-dropping 4-quart pumpkin-shaped serving bowl—orange or white, $100, oven-to-table ready. Made…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lucy Davis Faces Terminal Cancer With Grace | Birmingham News
Lucy Davis, known for her roles in “The Office” and “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina,” has bravely shared she’s facing terminal stage four breast cancer that’s…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Executes Jeremy Williams | Birmingham News
Alabama Executes Jeremy Williams | Birmingham News
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Genuins Riva Clogs Skip the Break-In | Birmingham News
Forget the break-in pain—meet the Genuins Riva leather clog, the $139.95 unisex shoe that promises instant comfort with its anatomical cork footbed designed to…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Patriot Games Recap: Two Winners, $250K Scholarships | Birmingham News
The 2026 Patriot Games just ended in Geneva, Ohio, with two standout student athletes winning $125,000 scholarships each—celebrating America’s next generation…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Motorcycle Crash Kills Rider in Tuscaloosa | Birmingham News
A tragic two-vehicle crash on Alabama 69 in Tuscaloosa County claimed the life of a 2004 Honda motorcycle rider from Sawyerville, who was ejected and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Court Orders Religious Encampment to Leave | Birmingham News
A Birmingham judge has ordered a religious encampment in Collegeville to vacate by August 13th, citing public nuisance and zoning violations. The site, home to…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama Teacher Shortage Hits Three-Year High | Birmingham News
Alabama’s teacher shortage is hitting a three-year high, with over 3,400 unfilled positions in the 2025-26 school year — up 37% in elementary schools and…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Oak Grove Trash Crisis Escalates | Birmingham News
Oak Grove residents are in crisis as garbage pickup has vanished for weeks, leaving overflowing bins and overwhelmed households—especially parents dealing with…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Huntsville’s Basement Music Revolution | Birmingham News
In Huntsville, Alabama, a grassroots music revolution is taking root—not in clubs or theaters, but in people’s homes. Couples like Meredith Johnson and Compton…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Collegeville Encampment Clears Under Judge's Order | Birmingham News
An encampment in Collegeville was abruptly cleared on August 13, 2026, after a Jefferson County judge ordered its removal — but the story’s far from settled…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alabama QB Battle Still Up in Air | Birmingham News
Alabama’s QB battle rages on as head coach Kalen DeBoer admits he’s still undecided between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell after a grueling 100-play scrimmage…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bessemer’s First Urban Winery Opens | Birmingham News
Bessemer’s got its first urban winery—and it’s about to pour some history into your glass. Chateau Bevvy, opening Saturday, August 15th, turns a 1910…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NASA’s Lunar Shift Rocks Paragon | Birmingham News
NASA’s lunar Gateway project is in flux as Paragon Space Development Corp. cuts 70 jobs after being dropped by Northrop Grumman — a move triggered by NASA’s…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fairfield’s Data Center Push | Birmingham News
Fairfield is poised to transform into a tech hub with a major new data center project led by Patmos, promising $150 million in investment, 20 megawatts of…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Holland & Knight Expands in Huntsville | Birmingham News
Holland & Knight just opened its 36th global office in Huntsville, Alabama — its second in the state — signaling a major bet on the region’s booming defense…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Iowan Accused of Stealing 100 Protected Turtles | Birmingham News
An Iowa man, Aiden Throndson, faces serious charges in Alabama after allegedly stealing over 100 protected flattened musk turtles—accused of 20 counts of…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Auburn Unveils Cutting-Edge Steinway for Music Educators | Birmingham News
Auburn University’s College of Education just received a game-changing upgrade: a Steinway Spirio | r piano, one of the most advanced instruments in the world…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Come From Away: Kindness in Crisis | Birmingham News
Twenty-five years after 9/11, the heartwarming musical “Come From Away” arrives at Red Mountain Theatre, telling the unforgettable true story of Gander…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Neil Perry Forced Out of The Band Perry | Birmingham News
Neil Perry, original member of The Band Perry, breaks silence on his forced exit after his sister Kimberly replaced him with her husband, Johnny Costello, in…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pixel Watch 5 Unveiled with Big Health Upgrades | Birmingham News
Google’s Pixel Watch 5 just dropped with major upgrades: smarter health tracking (blood pressure trends, sleep breathing quality, and emergency breathing…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kinship Caregivers Deserve Support | Birmingham News
Millions of grandparents and relatives are quietly raising America’s most vulnerable children—saving billions in foster care costs while facing crushing…
Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!John Rich Defends Landowners Against Eminent Domain | Birmingham News
John Rich, country music star turned land rights advocate, is taking on power companies in nine states to defend property owners facing eminent domain. He’s…